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S&L
Appear-Al Showed Fine Style while Truffle Put the Icing on the
Cake in the BET/USET Show Jumping Talent Search at the 2002
Hampton Classic |
BRIDGEHAMPTON,
NY — August 27, 2002 — Krista Freundlich of Locust, NJ,
riding S&L Appear-Al, claimed the ‘A’ section while
Truffle emerged victorious with rider Tania Hack of New York, NY
in the ‘B’ section of the BET/United States Equestrian
Team (USET) Show Jumping Rider Talent Search presented by Sooner
Trailers at the 2002 Hampton Classic Horse Show.
An
equitation competition designed for riders aged 21 and under, competitors
were first judged strictly on the flat, without jumps, for their
position, control of the horse and riding style. The top riders
then advanced to the jumping phase of the Talent Search where they
were judged on their form over fences.
Due
to high entries in the BET/USET Show Jumping Rider Talent Search,
the competition was divided into two sections, ‘A’ and
‘B.’
The
premise of the BET/USET Talent Search is to prepare the nation’s
up-and-coming riders for the grand prix ranks and, hopefully, international
competition representing the United States Equestrian Team.
The
Hampton Classic is one of the nation’s premier show jumping
competitions. Many of the world’s best equestrians compete
for more than $250,000 in prize money during the Classic, which
benefits the Southampton Hospital. Each day of the show is devoted
to special events and social activities, culminating with the $150,000
Prudential Financial Grand Prix on Sunday, September 1. This year,
the Hampton Classic features:
Third
Annual Seniors Day, Thursday, Aug. 29: Senior citizens will be admitted
free on Seniors Day, Thursday, Aug. 29, presented by 50 Plus Senior
News. Festivities include “An Evening of Shopping” from
5:00-7:00 p.m. in the Boutiques Garden. The Evening of Shopping
is a new addition to the Classic this year and promises to be a
real hit!
Fiesta
Day, Friday Aug. 30: A tribute to Long Island’s growing Hispanic
community, Fiesta Day presented by Avis celebrates the culture and
traditions of more than 23 Spanish-speaking countries and regions
worldwide. Hispanic food, music, and dancing will be highlighted
as a tribute to diversity in work and play. A new bilingual horse
coloring book will be given to all children under 12, along with
a box of crayons, so kids can color on the spot!
Cablevision’s
Kids Day, Saturday, Aug. 31: Sure to delight kids of all ages, Cablevision’s
Kids Day will feature the National Circus Project, an opportunity
for youngsters to try out their circus skills. The day also includes
face painting, balloon sculpting, pony rides, and magic acts. A
visit to the petting zoo is included in the fun, along with the
chance to win some great prizes. Kids can even brush up on their
horse grooming skills.
The
week-long competition runs from Sunday, August 25 through Sunday,
September 1, with a break in competition on Monday, August 26. Admission
is $5 per person or $15 per carload per day, with children under
6 admitted free. Reserved grandstand seating for Sunday, September
1, is $15 per person (in addition to $5/person or $15/carload admission)
or $25 per person for premium front-row seating. Parking throughout
the show is free.
For
more information, please visit the Hampton Classic website at www.hamptonclassic.com
or
call 631-537-3177.
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